concept   etiquette
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, etiquette includes bringing gifts, removing shoes, and waiting for invitations when visiting others.

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1 bring Japan When visiting someone, it's customary to bring a small gift or present, such as food or a souvenir, as a gesture of appreciation. 1
2 bring Japan When visiting someone's home, it is customary to bring a small gift or token of appreciation, such as food or beverage. 1
3 bring Japan It is considered rude to bring a bottle of alcohol as a gift, as it may symbolize heavy drinking and inappropriate behavior. 1
4 come Japan Polite to wait for the host to say 'come in' before entering their home 1
5 come Japan It is polite to wait for a few seconds after someone arrives before inviting them in 1
6 come Japan It is customary to remove shoes when entering someone's home as a sign of respect when they come to visit. 1
7 come Japan In some situations, it is considered polite to not proactively 'come in' to someone's home or room without explicit invitation. 1
8 get Japan Using the word 'get' in situations of receiving something is less common, and more specific words are used, such as 'receive' or 'obtain' 1
9 get Japan Used to indicate a physical action of obtaining something, as in 'get a book' or 'get groceries.' 1
10 getting Japan Getting a promotion at work may be seen as a cause for modesty and humility, and may not be openly celebrated. 1
11 give Japan In Japan, it is customary to give a small gift, such as omiyage, when visiting someone's home as a gesture of respect and gratitude. 1